High Protein Steak And Cheese Quesadilla
Tender shaved steak, melted cheddar cheese, and sauteed peppers folded into a low-carb tortilla. Served with a side of creamy rich sour cream for a satisfying meal that fits your goals.
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Danielle + Lila
Danielle created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthComfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Total
25 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Store any extra cooked steak and pepper mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for a quick assembly next time.
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Instructions
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Next: Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat
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Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat
Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and coat the pan.
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Add the red bell pepper
Add the red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and yellow onion to the skillet. Saute for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and slightly browned. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set them aside.
Look for: the vegetables are softened and slightly browned
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Add the shaved steak
In the same skillet over high heat, add the shaved steak. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes, breaking it up with a spatula, until it is fully browned and no pink remains. Remove from the heat.
Look for: it is fully browned and no pink remains
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Wipe the skillet clean and return it…
Wipe the skillet clean and return it to medium-low heat.
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Lay the tortilla wrap flat
Lay the tortilla wrap flat. Sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese over one half of the tortilla.
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Top the cheese with the cooked shaved…
Top the cheese with the cooked shaved steak, the sauteed peppers and onions, and the black beans.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the…
Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the filling, then fold the tortilla in half to enclose it.
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Place the folded quesadilla into the skillet
Place the folded quesadilla into the skillet. Toast for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing down gently with a spatula, until the tortilla is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is completely melted.
Look for: the tortilla is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is completely melted
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Transfer the quesadilla to a cutting board
Transfer the quesadilla to a cutting board, slice into wedges, and serve with the sour cream on the side for dipping.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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